Product Name: Parapet Anchor Part #: 15171 Instruction Manual Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
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Trainer: User: Applicable Safety Standards When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.1-2007, and ANSI A10.32-2012 standards for fall protection. Applicable standards and regulations depend on the type of work being done, and also might include state-specific regulations. Consult regulatory agencies for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated components.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Safety Information ! WARNING Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive, are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards. Do not alter equipment. Do not misuse equipment.
Prior to EACH use, all equipment in a fall protection system must be inspected for any potential or existing deficiencies that may result in its failure or reduced functionality. IMMEDIATELY remove equipment from service if any deficiencies are found. Equipment must be inspected by a Competent Person at least every six months. These inspections must be documented in equipment instruction manual and on equipment inspection grid label.
phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Repairs to Parapet Anchors can only be made by a Guardian Fall Protection representative or an entity authorized by Guardian. Contact Guardian for all maintenance and repair needs at: 1-800-466-6385. If a Parapet Anchor fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to inquire about its return or repair. Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of Parapet Anchors.
Personal Fall Arrest: Parapet Anchors may be used to support a MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) for use in Fall Arrest applications. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 5,000 lbs. Maximum free fall is 6‘, or up to 12’ if used in combination with equipment explicitly certified for such use. Applicable D-ring: Dorsal. Restraint: Parapet Anchors may be used in Restraint applications.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Limitations Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 3’ safety factor, deceleration distance, user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all other applicable factors.
Two or more snap hooks or carabiners connected to each other. NO. Connector directly to webbing. NO. Two connectors to same D-ring. NO. Incompatible or irregular application, which may increase risk of roll-out. NO. 8 Application that places load on gate. NO. Connector directly to horizontal lifeline. NO. www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Connector to integral lanyard. NO. 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Connector closed and locked to D-ring. OK.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Correct Anchorage Positioning: This chart details allowable working zones required to reduce risk of swing falls and improper side loading. ALWAYS adhere to information specified by chart.
www.guardianfall.com Frame Assembly Guardrail Post Installation Location Arm Assembly Locking Pin Adjustment Holes (spaced in 4” increments) Clamp Plate Guardian Fall Protection Clamps Screws D-ring phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Materials: zinc-plated steel, stainless steel, and rubber. 6305 S. 231st St.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 Guardian Fall Protection Installation and Use Parapet Anchor adjusts to fit parapet walls between 4” - 20” in width. Minimum parapet wall height: 12”. MAXIMUM spacing between Parapet Anchors: 8’.
1. Insert Parapet Anchor Frame Assembly through Arm Assembly, and adjust to closest possible width of corresponding parapet wall. Insert Locking Pin through corresponding Adjustment Hole in Arm Assembly. Locking Pin inserted through corresponding Adjustment Hole in Arm Assembly. 12 www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 Parapet wall MUST be deemed compatible with Parapet Anchor by a Competent Person. 6305 S. 231st St.
www.guardianfall.com 2. Place Parapet Anchor over parapet wall so D-ring faces toward fall hazard, and Arm Assembly faces in toward work surface. 3. Ensure Frame Assembly is flush against top and outside of parapet wall, then tighten both Clamp Screws until snug. Clamp Plate must be flush against inside of parapet wall. 5. Parapet Anchor is now suitable for use in Fall Arrest Applications. Attach complete and compatible PFAS to Parapet Anchor D-ring ONLY. Clamp Plate flush against parapet wall.
Fall Hazard Guardian Fall Protection Work Surface 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 1. Install all guardrail posts in Parapet Anchor Guardrail Post Installation Locations. Guardrail post rungs MUST face in toward work surface. www.guardianfall.
Clamp Plate flush against parapet wall. Arm Assembly flush against parapet wall. Work Surface Fall Hazard Minimum 12” overlap www.guardianfall.com Guardian Fall Protection 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 2. Install all guardrails. Guardrails may be 2” x 4” or 2” x 6” construction grade lumber, or compatible snap-on metal rails. If using lumber guardrails, lap guardrails in a continuous direction.
www.guardianfall.com Parapet Anchor Part #: 15171 Date of First Use/ Fecha del Primer Uso: __________ 6305 S. 231st St. Kent, WA 98032 Date of Manufacture/ Fecha de Fabricación: Capacity Range/Amplia Capacidad: 130-310 lbs. (59-140 kg). Materials: Zinc-coated steel. Forged steel alloy D-ring. Materiales: Acero-zincado. Aleación de acero forjado D-ring. ! WARNING Prior to use, read and understand all instructions provided at time of shipment from manufacturer.
www.guardianfall.com phone: (800) 466-6385 fax: (800) 670-7892 User must inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other than user must complete formal inspection at least every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial. Date of First Use: __________________. Product lifetime is indefinite, as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections. This inspection log must be specific to one Parapet Anchor. Separate inspection logs must be used for each Parapet Anchor.
